How to Treat Lupus Kidney Disease

The treatment of lupus nephropathy has always been a headache for patients and doctors, because this disease is not only stubborn but also difficult to cure. Even short-term suppression may cause relapse, causing patients to suffer not only great physical pain but also unnecessary economic losses. This time we will introduce to you how to treat lupus.

How is lupus nephropathy treated effectively?

Because of the impact of lupus nephritis, the daily lives of many patients are seriously affected. Therefore, in order to resume normal life, patients must receive relevant treatment as early as possible to minimize the chance of lupus nephritis harming their health. So how can lupus nephropathy be treated effectively? Let our hospital’s experts give you a detailed answer below.

How to treat lupus nephropathy effectively? Pay attention to the following points:

1. Pay attention to the prevention and treatment of complications

During the treatment process, patients with lupus nephritis are prone to various complications, such as infection, cardiovascular complications, femoral head necrosis, etc., which can be life-threatening in severe cases. The key to reducing complications lies in the rational use of anti-lupus drugs, regular follow-up, early detection and treatment.

2. Adhere to long-term treatment

Lupus nephritis should be treated long-term, and some patients even require lifelong treatment. This disease has a strong genetic background. So far, although drug treatment can alleviate the symptoms well, it cannot completely cure it, so long-term medication is required.

3. Treatment in different stages

Treatment is divided into stages according to the degree of disease activity. When lupus is active and the kidney inflammation is severe, high-dose, combined treatment with several drugs is usually required to quickly control inflammation and prevent further worsening of kidney damage. Once the activity is under control, low-dose maintenance medication is used to prevent recurrence and protect kidney function.

4. Prevent recurrence of lupus

Any infection, sun exposure, chemical exposure, or pregnancy can trigger lupus activity. Female patients should avoid pregnancy until their condition is under control. If pregnancy is necessary, it must be done under the guidance of a doctor.

In fact, no matter what kind of treatment is used, the key is to look at the patient's physical condition and living habits. While receiving treatment, we should also cooperate with the doctor's advice, take appropriate medications, and undergo regular check-ups, so that the body can get better and recover as soon as possible. At the same time, we should also pass this information to our friends around us to fight the disease together.